As long haul travel became mainstream in the late 90s, so did the phrase 'travelling on a shoestring'. South East Asia became the destination, and we saw the rise of the gap year. We also saw an influx of budget airlines, bringing Europe closer (and cheaper) to us Brits than ever before. While European travel … Continue reading How to tick a destination off your bucket list in 2019

Driving through Delhi, half asleep from an 8 and a half hour flight, realising that you're not in Kansas (or London) anymore, is like nothing I've quite experienced. Of course I knew it would be a different world, but nothing quite prepares you for the driving, the begging at the window, and that uncertain feeling … Continue reading 48 hours in: Delhi, India

With central European hotspots such as Krakow and Prague becoming overloaded with tourists, I recently visited Lviv, in Western Ukraine, for a short city break in December. Formerly known as Lemberg, the city of Lviv was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until the end of the First World War, when it became Polish Lwów during … Continue reading 48 hours in: Lviv, Western Ukraine

At first, Berlin feels like a stern, no-nonsense city. It's been through a lot and wears its scars (like the Berlin Wall) proudly. But a day or two later and it's fun, underground tone comes out. It makes a great weekend break - close enough to keep within my 2 hour weekend break rule, an … Continue reading 48 hours in: Berlin, Germany

India is a non-stop backdrop for romance, adventure, and incredible hospitality. From loud, dirty but enriching cities to the colourful coast, it takes a certain wanderlust to want to travel round in a pair - rather than a tour (and another level to brave the overnight trains - something I can't say I did!). I … Continue reading Looking back on an Indian adventure

Hong Kong is a fascinating place. It's exotic yet familiar, electric, dirty and clean - all at the same time. Here's six tips tips to make the most out of your time there: Use mobile data; get a local phone sim (either in HK at the airport or by buying a cheap PAYG one from … Continue reading Six tips for visiting Hong Kong

A lot of people were surprised when I said that I'd chosen to book my trip to Dubai during Ramadan. Most reasons stemmed from fear of not being to drink in public, or having to eat behind screens, something which sounds particularly worse than it is. I'd like to share my experience of Dubai during … Continue reading Why you should visit Dubai during Ramadan

By the time I finally go to Florida, this adventure will have been a year in the making! I booked my flights to Miami in March 2018 (thanks to BA for always enticing me to book so far in advance), topping and tailing the holiday with a stay on South Beach. Since then I've been … Continue reading Planning a southern Florida road-trip

Spain isn't somewhere that's particularly on my bucket list. But having been to Barcelona five or so times (and it's still great every time!), I knew the food and weather had something to offer when an opportunity came up to stay in the whitewashed town (or perhaps village) of Torrox.Set in the hills of Andalucía, … Continue reading No expectations in Andalucía

Earlier this summer I spent a week in western Crete, drinking lots of wine and eating delicious seafood. Based in the large town of Rethymno, (or Rethymnon / Rethimno), we leisurely explored the region by car (necessary if you want to see any of the island) and made use of some of Europe's best beaches. … Continue reading A week in western Crete

Having recently survived a trip to Disneyland Paris with ten year old triplets (not mine I might add), and with only a few under-eye bags to show for it, I feel fairly well placed to share some thoughts on how to make the most of a trip to Disney. As with most trips, success lies … Continue reading Surviving DisneyLand Paris with ten year olds